Want to skip long queues and overcrowded tourists spots while seeing the best kept secrets in Milan? Just a few steps away form the frenetic and buzzing city centre you’ll be able to wander into the peace of the Quadrilatero del silenzio (Silence District) near Porta Venezia. Walk around to discover the hidden gems of Milan: from flamingos to eccentric buildings, this guide will show you a unique side of…

We all know Como and its lake as one of the most popular destinations in North of Italy. It is famous for its amazing landscapes, the deep blue water, its villas… And, let’s be honest, George Clooney… But how to go and what to do in Como lake for one day? How to go from Milan to Como? Lake Como its easy to reach from Milan. You have many options…

If you don’t have much time to visit Milan but still want to see the city’s history and have fun, here’s the ultimate 24-hour local guide that will let you visit all of the main landmarks and even some less known gems. You’ll be amaze to know that Milan has much more to offer than just shopping, and, mostly for FREE!   9 a.m. 1 – Duomo di Milano (starting…

Milan is not only the Fashion Capital of the world or the Italian Financial Centre, it also hosts the most important international event regarding industrial design: Fuorisalone. Fuorisalone is the whole of events taking place in the various districts of Milan lasting one week in April. It started autonomously in the 80s from a few Italian industrial design companies and has today expanded into art, food, fashion, technology and automotive…

Milan is connected to many other Italian and European railway stations, which means you can visit many diverse places very fast and inexpensively! In fact you can wander through small medieval towns or beautiful northern lakes in just one day. Here are some of the most stunning one-day destinations that can be visited in only one day depending on your mood. LAGO DI COMO If you want to walk in…

What is that makes Italy famous all over the world? The Rome Colosseum or Pisa tower? Which is the most important Italian masterpiece? Monalisa or the last supper? Sorry to say… but none of these above… the most important thing in Italy is: FOOD, and; the Italian masterpieces are: PIZZA, PASTA, TIRAMISU’ and many more dishes of the culinary tradition. You have to know that the only way to really…